2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (135 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Lancia Zeta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Zeta. (186 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Uplander | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
